This Tiny Volcanic Island Is the Ultimate Natural Laboratory

When did a plume of steam and ash first burst from the North Atlantic Ocean, leading to the creation of Surtsey Island?

• July 4, 1976

• December 25, 1960

• September 1, 1958

• November 14, 1963

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What mythology is Surtsey Island named after?

• Greek mythology

• Norse mythology

• Roman mythology

• Egyptian mythology

What type of rock is Surtsey Island primarily made of?

• Granite

• Limestone

• Basalt

• Sandstone

What strict rule do researchers have to follow when visiting Surtsey?

• They must avoid contaminating it with seeds or chemicals.

• They must wear a specific uniform.

• They must not bring any food or water.

• They must not bring any electronic devices.

What did Marie Jackson's drilling expedition aim to protect Surtsey from?

• Animal invasion

• Tourist contamination

• Weather damage

• Any sort of contamination

How was equipment transported to Surtsey for the drilling expedition?

• By airplane

• By boat or helicopter

• By truck

• By submarine

What was one of the first forms of life to arrive on Surtsey?

• Spiders

• Birds

• Mosquitoes

• Lizards

What UNESCO status does Surtsey hold?

• UNESCO Geologic Monument

• UNESCO Natural Park

• UNESCO Protected Reserve

• UNESCO World Heritage site

What is the primary reason researchers are interested in Surtsey?

• To find new species of plants

• To observe the infancy of a new volcanic island

• To conduct geological surveys for mining

• To study bird migration patterns

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What unique opportunity does Surtsey provide for scientists?

• To study the impact of tourism on natural reserves

• To observe the development of a new ecosystem

• To test new agricultural techniques

• To study the effects of pollution on an isolated ecosystem

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